Russian security forces raid LGBTQ+ venues, label movement extremist

Russian security forces raided LGBTQ+ venues in Moscow following a Supreme Court decision to label the movement as extremist. The ruling is part of a decade-long crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights under President Putin. The decision has led to the closure of several LGBTQ+ venues. The court's broad definition could allow authorities to target individuals or groups. Other laws have restricted LGBTQ+ rights, including a ban on same-sex marriage and gender transitioning procedures. LGBTQ+ activists fear further restrictions and discrimination.